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Chosen OC Metro's "Top Criminal Attorney" 2014 and 2013, National Trial Lawyers Association "Top 100 Trial Attorneys" 2014, 2015 and 2016, Avvo Client Choice Award 2013 and 2014.
Hundreds of Cases Dismissed
University of Windsor Law School Graduate
Licensed in California and Law Society of Upper Canada
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Acquired: 1994
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1300 Bristol Street N. Ste. 100, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
109 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Expert Guidance with Heart and Experience
I recently had the privilege of working with Attorney Maltaise Cini and could not be more impressed. From day one, she listened carefully, explained everything clearly, and always made me feel like a priority. She was quick to return calls, patient with my questions, and genuinely cared about my situ...
Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Maltaise Was the Best Thing About A Horrible Situation
I was accused of domestic violence. I was shocked as I was arrested, and then felt poorly treated by the police during the entire interaction. Maltaise was hired, and she told me that we have the truth, the facts, and the evidence on our side. I felt so scared and nervous and poorly treated, that I r...
Posted by Jessica | March 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best Criminal Defense Attorney!!
I couldn't have a found a better lawyer than Mrs Cini!! She took my case super last minute and immediately started working on it. She made sure all my concerns were acknowledged and made me feel safe and comfortable every step of the way! She worked hard on my case and helped me with my defense cri...
Posted by Denise | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney
She is highly recommend
She did such an amazing job, she was very professional, kept me updated on everything that was going on, I live in a different stay and she still took care of my case. Her prices are fair and she'll find a way to work with you.
Posted by Daryl | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Look no further, Ms Cini is the lawyer you NEED.
When I first called and asked about her services, Ms Cini was very helpful right from the get go. She was very understanding and had no judgement towards me as I told her about my case. I had a misdemeanor/felony sexual assault case for something that was a misunderstanding. As soon as I hired her, ...
"Maltaise provides sound legal advice to her clients and has proven herself as a fierce advocate for their cause. I endorse this lawyer."
"When I met Maltaise, I was immediately impressed by her intelligence, demeanor, and rapport with the judge with whom we were speaking. I have since gotten to know her better and continue to be impressed by her dedication to her clients and whole heartedly endorse her for any criminal matter."
"Ms. Cini was prompt, professional, and articulate in all our conversations. She got our mutual client a great result, despite the fact that she substituted in late in the case, and had an uphill battle to fight."
"I endorse Ms. Cini who is outstanding. She is an asset to the community and has contributed greatly to helping answer people's questions on this forum."
"I endorse attorney Maltaise Cini. Demonstrates an impressive knowledge of the law based on her accurate legal answers on Avvo. She is an asset to the legal field and respected by colleagues."
"I endorse attorney Maltaise Cini. Based on her excellent legal answers on Avvo, she is obviously dedicated, knowledgeable, and hard working. Fully endorse."
"I endorse attorney Maltaise Cini. Dedicated, hard working, and a highly respected lawyer in the legal field."
"Attorney Maltaise Cini provides outstanding legal answers on Avvo for individuals looking for assistance. Experienced, hard working, and dedicated. I fully endorse her."
"I endorse attorney Maltaise Cini. She donates her time to provide excellent legal answers on Avvo from citizens seeking advise. A respected member within the legal community."
"I endorse Maltaise E. Cini. Excellent contributions and endorsements. Stellar reviews (read them), 17 years of practice that shows. If you are in or near New Port Beach you should schedule a consultation with her."
"Maltaise is a valuable resource for the legal community. She is an aggressive advocate for her clients."
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2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
"Top Criminal Attorney", OC Metro Magazine
2013
"Top Criminal Attorney", OC Metro Magazine
2011
Attorney of the Year, MABA
2009
Humane Award, Journey Through Books
2008 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Maltaise Cini
1996 - 2008
Attorney, Orange County Public Defenders Office
1990 - 1991
Articling student, Ministry of the Attorney General-Crown Attorneys Office of Ontario
2014 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
1994 - Present
California State BarMember
1992 - Present
Law Society of Upper CanadaMember
2009 - 2010
Orange County Women's Lawyers AssociationDirector
2009 - 2010
William P. Gray Legion Lex American Inn of CourtMember
2008 - 2010
Orange County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - 2010
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1996 - 2010
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
1996 - 2008
Orange County Attorneys AssociationMember
Dismissed
All charges dismissed
Charges Dismissed
Misdemeanor with community service
Case Dismissed
Not guilty
Case against client was dismissed
Client receives house arrest
Hung Jury-Court Declares Mistrial
Prostitution charges were dismissed and client received a program.
Client plead guilty to two misdemeanors-remaining counts dismissed
At trial gang allegations were dismissed.
Client found not guilty after jury trial on all counts
Case dismissed
Strike prior dismissed
Client released without parole
Case Dismissed
Case Dismissed
Client ordered to pay the court administrative fees.
Released on his own promise to appear
Case dismissed
Dismissed
Case was dismissed
45 Days to be Served as Home Confinment
Plead guilty to talking on a cell phone
Client ordered to do Cal Trans
All charges dismissed
Charges dismissed
Dismissed
After trial found not guilty of driving with a .08
Charges Never Filed
Client was given program.
Client given disturbing the Peace and fine
Client given Proposition 36 after trial.
Client plead guilty to reckless driving. Client did not need to take the classes and was able to keep CDL
Motion Granted Case Dismissed
Not guilty of possession for sales at trial
Client plead guilty to disturbing the peace. Assault and battery was dismissed
Case dismissed
Client was found not guilty of the rape at trial.
1990
LL.B - Bachelor of Laws
1984
Bachelor of Arts
2011
DUI's and Teenagers
2010
Fighting Drug Charges
2009
The Choices and Consequences of a DUI
2006
Opening Statements
2005
Cross-Examination
2000
Suggestibility in Children's Testimony
2000
Moot Court Mentor
1984
1984
Armenian
French
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